Quick & Easy Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
The heavenly flavors of this juicy Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin is what I love most. Quick & easy is a bonus!
The simple spice blend delivers bold balanced flavor.
The Spice Rub Ingredients
The rub consists of equal parts: salt, granulated garlic, dried oregano & thyme, ground cumin & coriander.
Just a few ingredients deliver maximum flavor in this recipe.
The Cooking Method
You’ll sear the Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin on all sides in a hot cast-iron or oven-proof skillet. The tenderloin is then finished in the oven for another 5 minutes or so.
As with all meat you’re roasting, searing, or grilling – allow it to rest before slicing.
That’s it. So simple and ready to be served in less than 30 minutes.
The Quick & Easy Results
This spice blend delivers a beautifully seasoned savory pork tenderloin, but not spicy hot. You can almost identify each of the spices yet they are so savory and balanced.
I like to serve Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin over a bed of arugula & herbs, a touch of lemon zest and our favorite Fresh Herb Vinaigrette.
This dish is a great no-fuss weeknight meal that could easily be served for Sunday dinner.
However, I love it best the next day. It’s great in sandwiches too. The pork remains juicy and the flavors are just as bold and wonderful, making it a great meal-prep lunch box option.
We’ve also used this same spice blend on chicken thighs and whole roast chicken.
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Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
For Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
- 1 1 lb. pork tenderloin
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
For Arugula & Herb Salad
- 6 cups baby arugula (about 16 ounces)
- 1 cup fresh herb leaves (such as parsley, basil, cilantro, dill)
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
- 1 cup Fresh Herb Vinaigrette Recipe link in post
Instructions
For Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
- Preheat oven to 450° F. Combine the seasonings and rub liberally into pork tenderloin, coating all sides. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron or oven-proof skillet over high heat, sear pork tenderloin on all sides until nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to oven and roast until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145° F, about 5 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before thinly slicing.
For Arugula & Herb Salad
- On a serving platter or large salad bowl, make a bed of fresh arugula and herbs, then sprinkle with lemon zest. Place thinly sliced pork tenderloin on top and spoon fresh herb vinaigrette over pork and greens.
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